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Crispy Rice Salad

Crispy Rice Salad
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Crispy Rice Salad is a vibrant and refreshing summer dish that combines toasted, crunchy day-old jasmine or white rice with fresh, colorful vegetables, aromatic herbs, and a zingy lime-based dressing. Enhanced with toasted nuts for added texture and optional protein additions, this salad is quick to prepare, customizable, and perfect for warm-weather meals, gatherings, and potlucks.

Ingredients

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Rice

  • 2 cups cooked day-old white or jasmine rice

Vegetables

  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup carrots, diced
  • 1 cup bell peppers, diced
  • 4 scallions, sliced

Herbs

  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped

Dressing

  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce or soy sauce (for vegetarian/vegan)
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste)

Nuts

  • 1/4 cup toasted peanuts or cashews

Instructions

  1. Prepare and Crisp the Rice: Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Add the cooked, chilled rice and lightly toast it, stirring frequently until the rice turns golden brown and crispy without burning.
  2. Chop the Vegetables and Herbs: While the rice crisps, finely dice the cucumber, carrots, bell peppers, and slice the scallions. Chop the fresh cilantro and mint into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Mix the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together fresh lime juice, fish sauce or soy sauce, sugar, and chili flakes to create a balanced, zingy dressing.
  4. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, toss the crispy rice with the chopped vegetables and herbs. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently mix until everything is well coated and flavors meld.
  5. Add Nuts and Serve: Sprinkle toasted peanuts or cashews on top for added texture and flavor, then serve immediately to enjoy the best crispy texture.

Notes

  • Use day-old rice for ideal texture and crispiness; freshly cooked rice can be too moist.
  • Toast rice in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan for even crisping.
  • Add dressing just before serving to keep the rice crunchy.
  • Toast nuts separately in a dry pan to enhance flavor before adding to the salad.
  • Keep vegetables chilled until mixing to maintain a cool, refreshing salad.

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